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SurePayroll Announces SureSpark Grant Winner

Following Small Business Saturday when the nation was reminded to
support their local “small business,”
SurePayroll,
a leading provider of payroll services for small businesses, today
announced a $5,000...

Following Small Business Saturday when the nation was reminded to support their local “small business,” SurePayroll, a leading provider of payroll services for small businesses, today announced a $5,000 SureSpark grant will be awarded to Allison Madison, Seattle, WA., to help spark her business. Allison is the owner of PerSyst Consulting, a Seattle-based consulting company that provides comprehensive consulting services seamlessly combining three major practice areas: executive strategy, business process optimization and enterprise technology for both manufacturing and service companies.

The grant was awarded after Madison, along with thousands of other small business owners, entered for the chance to win a $5,000 grant to put towards their business ambitions at Tory Johnson’s Spark & Hustle small business events, which took place in 18 locations across the country throughout 2012. Additionally, as a sponsor, SurePayroll awarded a year of free payroll services to a number of business owners at each event. Madison‘s name was drawn first out of all the entrants, and she will be using the grant to fund 2013 marketing efforts.

“Spark & Hustle events are designed to remind us of the critical importance of small businesses to our economy. We’re happy to participate in projects that support entrepreneurs because starting a business isn’t easy – it has many unforeseen costs and even a small grant can help turn the corner on profits,” said Michael Alter, president & CEO of SurePayroll. “Many startups are experiencing difficulties funding their businesses and we are proud to participate in an exciting movement started by Spark & Hustle Founder Tory Johnson to help fuel the entrepreneurial spirit.”

Tory Johnson’s Spark & Hustle began in 2011 with a national tour of events to help women entrepreneurs turn their passion into a profitable business. Thousands of women nationwide have attended the events. Johnson, an ABC News small business contributor, also authored a best-selling book featuring important advice for entrepreneurs – some of which was gleaned along the tour.

“We are so excited to receive the grant. This allows us to implement our marketing plan to grow our business. The timing of the grant is fantastic for our 2013 marketing strategy to really improve our presence in the greater Seattle area,” said Madison, principal, PerSyst Consulting. “We really appreciate SurePayroll and their role in helping entrepreneurs.”

About SurePayroll

SurePayroll is a wholly owned subsidiary of Paychex, providing an easy, online, convenient payroll service that keeps our more than 40,000 small business customers in control. SurePayroll also offers efficient online solutions for managing 401(k) plans, health insurance, workers’ compensation, employee screening and more. For accountants and banking partners, SurePayroll provides private-label and co-branded services that enable them to offer online payroll processing to their small business clients. The company has received numerous prestigious awards for its innovative technology, and outstanding customer service and sales teams, including recognition from PC Magazine, Accounting Today, the American Business Awards and many others. For more information, please visit www.SurePayroll.com.

About Paychex

Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ:PAYX) is a leading provider of payroll, human resource, and benefits outsourcing solutions for small- to medium-sized businesses. The company offers comprehensive payroll services, including payroll processing, payroll tax administration, and employee pay services, including direct deposit, check signing, and Readychex®. Human resource services include 401(k) plan recordkeeping, section 125 plans, a professional employer organization, time and attendance solutions, and other administrative services for business. A variety of business insurance products, including group health and workers' compensation, are made available through Paychex Insurance Agency, Inc. Paychex was founded in 1971. With headquarters in Rochester, New York, the company has more than 100 offices serving approximately 567,000 payroll clients as of May 31, 2012. For more information about Paychex and our products, visit www.paychex.com.